11/17/2023
On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Staff Sgt. Sean Delaney-Gesing, Recruiting and Retention Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO). We explore the process of joining the South Carolina Army National Guard, discussing the countless opportunities and advantages that come with enlistment. Additionally, we uncover an innovative program designed to assist individuals who are on the cusp of meeting the enlistment criteria by enhancing their ASVAB scores and physical fitness. So join us as we delve into the path towards becoming a part of the Guard and maximizing your potential within it! The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver and Spc. Ana-Grace Catoe with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office.

11/7/2023
U.S. Soldiers, Airmen and civilians conduct the Oath of Enlistment for federally recognized applicants to become officers in the South Carolina Army National Guard, Nov. 2, 2023, Columbia, South Carolina. Applicants selected for federal recognition were evaluated to meet both South Carolina and the Department of the U.S. Army's approval in order to serve in the South Carolina National Guard as a commissioned officer. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. Tim Andrews)

11/7/2023
Episode 154 - The Women’s Influential Network On this episode of the Palmetto Guardian we talk with Maj. Ashley Young, president of Women’s Influential Network. We dive into what is WIN, how to get involved, upcoming events and being chosen as a distinguished recipient of the Inaugural Empowering Justice Award. WIN focuses on professional development, career longevity, balancing personal and professional lives, and promoting discipline and standards. The Palmetto Guardian is hosted by Staff Sgt. Chelsea Weaver with the South Carolina National Guard Public Affairs office. Facebook: winscguard Instagram: win_scguard Website: https://www.womensinfluentialnetwork.org/ 0:00 - intro 0:46 - what is the women’s influential network? 2:15 - how did the group get started? 3:35 - have you noticed a difference since starting WIN? 6:44 - what types of events do you hold? 8:20 - how can someone who is interested become a part of the group? 9:38 - what events do you have coming up? 10:33 - what is the best way to be involved in WIN? 11:49 - can you tell us some success stories? 13:00 - can you tell us more about the empowering justice award you recently received?

10/31/2023
A U.S. Army National Guard UH-72B Lakota assigned to the 59th Aviation Troop Command (ATC), South Carolina Army National Guard, performs a survey flight over partner-medical facilities located in Upstate South Carolina to assess the state of their landing pads and landing zones, July 26, 2023. The mission was flown by U.S. Army Cpt. Kelly Ingram, Chief Warrant Officer 4 Tim Hall, and Warrant Officer Cody Penland, 2-151st Aviation Regiment, Security and Support Aviation Battalion (SSAB), 59th (ATC). The 2-151st SSAB operates from the South Carolina National Guard Army Aviation Flight Facility Loc.2 (AASF2), located in Greenville, South Carolina; the AASF2 supports and maintains UH-72 Lakota (models A and B) and CH-47F Chinook helicopters, and is utilized as the primary support facility for all emergency response missions in Upstate. The facilities surveyed during the mission are used for the timely delivery of patients needing critical emergency care during search and rescue missions during the flight. The crew assessed approach procedures, landing pads’ conditions, alternate landing zones, and potential safety issues at each location. (Photo by James Riddle, South Carolina Military Department intern)

10/31/2023
A U.S. Army National Guard UH-72B Lakota assigned to the 59th Aviation Troop Command (ATC), South Carolina Army National Guard, performs a survey flight over partner-medical facilities located in Upstate South Carolina to assess the state of their landing pads and landing zones, July 26, 2023. The mission was flown by U.S. Army Cpt. Kelly Ingram, Chief Warrant Officer 4 Tim Hall, and Warrant Officer Cody Penland, 2-151st Aviation Regiment, Security and Support Aviation Battalion (SSAB), 59th (ATC). The 2-151st SSAB operates from the South Carolina National Guard Army Aviation Flight Facility Loc.2 (AASF2), located in Greenville, South Carolina; the AASF2 supports and maintains UH-72 Lakota (models A and B) and CH-47F Chinook helicopters, and is utilized as the primary support facility for all emergency response missions in Upstate. The facilities surveyed during the mission are used for the timely delivery of patients needing critical emergency care during search and rescue missions during the flight. The crew assessed approach procedures, landing pads’ conditions, alternate landing zones, and potential safety issues at each location. (Photo by James Riddle, South Carolina Military Department intern)